Girls Just Wanna Have Fun - On The Green!

The North Mackay Ladies Bowls club radiated with colour, laughter and plenty of flair as the club hosted its first-ever “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” Dress-Up 3 Bowl Triples Fun Day.

Club President Hilary Jones-Rowan, donning full Dolly Parton attire, warmly welcomed fellow bowlers before play commenced with one game of 18 ends, followed by a light lunch shared among the teams.

Adding to the day’s spirited atmosphere, players showcased their costumes in a lively parade before judges Dorothy Wise, Jan Borg and Club Manager Steve Lancaster. The judging panel made their decision swiftly, acknowledging the impressive creativity on display.

Best Dressed Teams:

First place went to The Busty Babes — Chris Woo, Bev Svenson and Chris Hall.

Second place was awarded to The 80’s Rockers — Boy George (Phyllis Cooper), Cindy Lauper (June Stockwell) and Dolly Parton (Hilary Jones-Rowan).

On the Green Results:

The game winners for the day were The Angelic Ladies — Helen Fleming, Kirstine Robinson and Lorraine Silman.

Runners-up were The Marilyn Monroes — Donna Gordon, Coral Francis and Deb Mackenzie.

President Hilary concluded the event by thanking everyone who participated in the day, highlighting the camaraderie and the creative effort shown by all. Her Dolly Parton persona added an extra layer of charm and humour, as she applauded each team’s spirit and style.

Feedback from the day was overwhelmingly positive, with one common remark heard among bowlers: “Let’s do this again soon — it was so much fun.”

The club now looks ahead to more community-building events, with plenty of good bowling and great laughs still to come.

Contributed by Sue Hazledine.

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80’s Rock Stars : Phyllis Cooper, June Stockwell, Hilary Jones-Rowan

Busty Babes: Chris Woo, Bev Svenson, Chris Hall

Game day winners: Helen Fleming, Kirstine Robinson, Lorraine Silman, President Hilary, Deb Mackenzie, Coral Francis and Donna Gordon. Photos supplied

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